Ex-profrenster Isabelle Beckers took in 2025 participate in the RocDuMaroc with her gravel bike - and she was blazing with enthusiasm!
“Yes, 100%! You can ride the RocDuMaroc on a gravel bike - with the right setup, preparation and mindset.”
Isabelle overcame the 8100 altimeters, the rocky paths of the Atlas mountains and the burning heat of the Sahara on her Ridley Kanzo Adventure with 2.1” Vittoria Mezcal tyres - and thus proved that this extreme adventure is not just for mountain bikes.
Her top tips for those looking to take on the challenge:
👉 You have to be in excellent physical condition be - this is a long, demanding challenge, especially with a gravel bike.
👉 Make sure you bike is perfectly adjusted, because you have a suit less comfort than on a mountain bike.
👉 Choose wide tyres with low pressure for extra grip and control.
👉 Use the right gears to cope with the steep climbs.
👉 And above all: come well prepared and with full focus.
“With the right bike and good fitness, the RocDuMaroc will be the gravel adventure of a lifetime!”
Do you have any questions or want to know more about her experience?
👉 Feel free to contact Isabelle directly on Instagram: @isabellebeckers
On 5/11/2025, she has a podcast date about this with the Gravel Gurus podcast